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Definition of wispiness

wispiness

/ˈwɪs.pi.nəs/
wis · pi · ness

Adverb:wispily
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Adjective:wispy
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1

The quality or state of being wispy; having a fine, thin, delicate, or feathery texture or appearance.

Example

"The artist used a dry brush technique to capture the delicate wispiness of the high-altitude cirrus clouds."


2

The quality of being faint, fleeting, or lacking substance or strength (as of a voice, memory, or argument).

Example

"Despite the initial wispiness of her voice, the young soprano gradually gained confidence as the aria progressed."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wispiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wispiness
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